I'd be up for this work permitting!
i definitely cannot make this under any circumstances ;)
Hmm. How close to the Mournes do you live. You might be joining us whether you like it or not if the dart lands where your garden is on the map :P ;) ;Di definitely cannot make this under any circumstances ;)
Hmm. How close to the Mournes do you live. You might be joining us whether you like it or not if the dart lands where your garden is on the map :P ;) ;Di definitely cannot make this under any circumstances ;)
You'd need to be a bad dart thrower to hit Liam's house based on yer target area! Lol when is the dart being thrown?
Might be an idea to pair up with somebody too and share a bit of equipment and food. No need for 10 people, 10 stoves, 10 frying pans and 10 packets of sausages etc
Think of it as training forwhen you might get stuck in the hills sometimethe zombie apocalypse.
what if the dart lands right in the annalong wood campsite? ;D
That's the beauty of the random system. I'm hoping for just outside the pub in Donard Wood car park ;) Anyone know any good dart players :Pwhat if the dart lands right in the annalong wood campsite? ;D
That's the beauty of the random system. I'm hoping for just outside the pub in Donard Wood car park ;) Anyone know any good dart players :Pwhat if the dart lands right in the annalong wood campsite? ;D
As the late Jim Bowen would have said "have a look at what ya coulda won" ;D
Next up, the Dusty Bin Dander™
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Boo hoo I would be all over this but have had a night out arranged from before Xmas.
Great idea though, my new tent needs a test.
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Had it up in the back garden and is easy enough to put up. Well in daylight it's easy.
As the late Jim Bowen would have said "have a look at what ya coulda won" ;D
Had it up in the back garden and is easy enough to put up. Well in daylight it's easy.
QuoteHad it up in the back garden and is easy enough to put up. Well in daylight it's easy.
darkness isn't the problem, wind is ;)
So what's the deal with throwing the dart,will it be done on the day or within a days notice.looking forward to this,do we rule out farm- lands,dangerous terrain,or sorta just try to get an area as close to the spots we can.
So what's the deal with throwing the dart,will it be done on the day or within a days notice.looking forward to this,do we rule out farm- lands,dangerous terrain,or sorta just try to get an area as close to the spots we can.
This is gonna be good craic, looking forward to it! ;D I will be in my tent, as I dont have a bivvy bag/tarp! ;D
Looking forward to this ;D
SpudI have a spare army bivi if you want to try it out?
Looking forward to this ;D
SpudI have a spare army bivi if you want to try it out?
Looking forward to this ;D
SpudI have a spare army bivi if you want to try it out?
cheers for the offer mate, but I'm happy enough in the tent! ;D ;D
Awesome, can you make it, will I add you to the potentials list?Looking forward to this ;D
SpudI have a spare army bivi if you want to try it out?
Lol I find the bivi more comfortable than a tent
I think we're going to aim (haha, do you see what I did there) to throw the dart on Sat afternoon. Anyone who wants to join in PM me.This is a great idea!
The bottom line is we want to throw a bit of random chance into where we're heading just because we tend to visit the same spots over and over again, it's an excuse to find new spots! I'm thinking we use wherever the dart lands as a rough choice area and have a good look on the map at the surrounding area for both a spot to aim for and a route to get there by. Obviously we'll be avoiding any private land or water.
That said, this is my first proper trip since last September so I'll not be wanting anything too taxing as a first time out until I get the mountain legs back!!So what's the deal with throwing the dart,will it be done on the day or within a days notice.looking forward to this,do we rule out farm- lands,dangerous terrain,or sorta just try to get an area as close to the spots we can.
I think we're going to aim (haha, do you see what I did there) to throw the dart on Sat afternoon. Anyone who wants to join in PM me.This is a great idea!
The bottom line is we want to throw a bit of random chance into where we're heading just because we tend to visit the same spots over and over again, it's an excuse to find new spots! I'm thinking we use wherever the dart lands as a rough choice area and have a good look on the map at the surrounding area for both a spot to aim for and a route to get there by. Obviously we'll be avoiding any private land or water.
That said, this is my first proper trip since last September so I'll not be wanting anything too taxing as a first time out until I get the mountain legs back!!So what's the deal with throwing the dart,will it be done on the day or within a days notice.looking forward to this,do we rule out farm- lands,dangerous terrain,or sorta just try to get an area as close to the spots we can.
Maybe if there is a newbie out on the trip they get to throw the dart, and then we can all grumble at them when it lands on Lamagan :o :P
Hmm I really don't think I can make the first one mate but I'm loving the idea of future wee trips.I think we're going to aim (haha, do you see what I did there) to throw the dart on Sat afternoon. Anyone who wants to join in PM me.This is a great idea!
The bottom line is we want to throw a bit of random chance into where we're heading just because we tend to visit the same spots over and over again, it's an excuse to find new spots! I'm thinking we use wherever the dart lands as a rough choice area and have a good look on the map at the surrounding area for both a spot to aim for and a route to get there by. Obviously we'll be avoiding any private land or water.
That said, this is my first proper trip since last September so I'll not be wanting anything too taxing as a first time out until I get the mountain legs back!!So what's the deal with throwing the dart,will it be done on the day or within a days notice.looking forward to this,do we rule out farm- lands,dangerous terrain,or sorta just try to get an area as close to the spots we can.
Maybe if there is a newbie out on the trip they get to throw the dart, and then we can all grumble at them when it lands on Lamagan :o :P
i take it youre on board Rumblebum ??? so wife & work approved once i know the location I'am setting of early on Saturday,bring it on :'(
Hmm I really don't think I can make the first one mate but I'm loving the idea of future wee trips.
Hmm I really don't think I can make the first one mate but I'm loving the idea of future wee trips.
Ye will ye will ye will
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After a swift All-You-Can-Eat Chinese Buffet, in Downpatrick, we headed home and set up the map there instead.
After a swift All-You-Can-Eat Chinese Buffet, in Downpatrick, we headed home and set up the map there instead.
What did you think of it? I haven't been and have heard mixed reports?
I'll give it a whirl sometime alright! ;D what about thoughts on the route to the camp?
Everyone bringing a firelog?
Defo. A bit of a fire makes a world of difference, especially in winter. Though if there's a enough of us we can always go for halves.Everyone bringing a firelog?
Defo. A bit of a fire makes a world of difference, especially in winter. Though if there's a enough of us we can always go for halves.Everyone bringing a firelog?
If we all bring one we should be sorted for a good few hours of chat!
Depending on numbers, what about leaving vehicles at meelmore and leitrim lodge and walking between the 2, the spot chosen is just off the mourne way, could follow it round? Just a suggestion, I'm happy to go with the flow!
Not sure my fitness level is totally up to that sort of trek yet, I haven't shaken off all the turkey and booze from Chrimble :) I don't mind picking people up from Meelmore and bringing them round if they want to leave cars tho.Depending on numbers, what about leaving vehicles at meelmore and leitrim lodge and walking between the 2, the spot chosen is just off the mourne way, could follow it round? Just a suggestion, I'm happy to go with the flow!
Not sure my fitness level is totally up to that sort of trek yet, I haven't shaken off all the turkey and booze from Chrimble :) I don't mind picking people up from Meelmore and bringing them round if they want to leave cars tho.Depending on numbers, what about leaving vehicles at meelmore and leitrim lodge and walking between the 2, the spot chosen is just off the mourne way, could follow it round? Just a suggestion, I'm happy to go with the flow!
No worries, we have all week to formulate a plan, like I said, I'm happy to do whatever!
I've been around there recently, lets hope there's a good frost to freeze the water ;D couple of nice spots on the summit i have earmarked, are we allowed to deviate a little? (of course i WILL NOT be there under ANY circumstances)
I defo don't think the spot is cast in stone, it's just the area we're thinking of. If everyone's not travelling together I think it makes sense to make the spot somewhere that people can find in the dark. We could start at Rockyriver Bridge, contour Hen and camp on the summit of Cock.I've been around there recently, lets hope there's a good frost to freeze the water ;D couple of nice spots on the summit i have earmarked, are we allowed to deviate a little? (of course i WILL NOT be there under ANY circumstances)
I defo don't think the spot is cast in stone, it's just the area we're thinking of. If everyone's not travelling together I think it makes sense to make the spot somewhere that people can find in the dark. We could start at Rockyriver Bridge, contour Hen and camp on the summit of Cock.I've been around there recently, lets hope there's a good frost to freeze the water ;D couple of nice spots on the summit i have earmarked, are we allowed to deviate a little? (of course i WILL NOT be there under ANY circumstances)
I'am planning on been up there for lunch-time,there is at least one good spot along the Hen trek just below our chosen spot,& i've seen DOE groups using it before,i do like the idea of camping on the summit of ( rooster) ;D but its very exposed to high winds,anyway I'll go with what ever the group thinks,going to my first Bivvy in about 15 years :o
I'am hoping to get up for a walk during the week,grid ref is 244/264 in that area ???
If you get the chance, try and see what the exact spot the dart landed is like. May as well camp there if we can and it shouldn't be too hectic to get too as we can follow the river.
If you get the chance, try and see what the exact spot the dart landed is like. May as well camp there if we can and it shouldn't be too hectic to get too as we can follow the river.
I'd love to try and camp where the Dart has told us too, within reason... All part of the adventure! Looking at the map the camp site seems to be right at the top of a tributary which would suggest higher ground and hopefully not too much bog. It will also provide an excellent source for water.
Redleader and I are hoping to head up early enough on Saturday, with plenty of daylight to spare, so we can scout the area, and if it's not suitable for tents etc then we can always find somewhere that is, with the ultimate goal of not straying more than about 200 yrds from the Dart location.
If we do decide to move camp site we will make sure the new co-ordinates are posted on the forum and anybody that's intending to go should pm their mobile number to Redleader, or myself, if we don't already have it. If the location is moved slightly we can arrange some sort of a visual guide (Fire/Torch/Bat Signal) for those coming up in the dark.
Get it done lads, looking forward to hearing how this goes. Hoist up the jolly rodger, I'm sure this qualifies under the forum's designated days policy.
Anyone leaving Belfast in the late afternoon, anytime from 3pm+ that wouldn't mind giving a lift?
I'm in work until 2pm sadly.
Anyone leaving Belfast in the late afternoon, anytime from 3pm+ that wouldn't mind giving a lift?
I'm in work until 2pm sadly.
My sleeping bag for Saturday arrives tomorrow!
I thought that by saying i couldn't make it then i wouldn't jinx my chances of getting out, but i have an early start sun morning that i'd forgotten about so no overnighter for me, and the chance of me popping up in the evening for a quick dander are also looking slim, but still text me the co-ords just in case :)
My sleeping bag for Saturday arrives tomorrow!
So who all are definitely going?
My buddy has the skyehigh 800 and I have to say I have coveted the inner fabric compared to my Pipedream. It has that insta warm feel to it. It lofts really well and generally seems an excellent bag.
What's the difference with the inner lining between the Skyhigh and Pipedream?
So who all are definitely going?
whats the situation re a fire on sat night? I know we are all bringing firelogs, but will we be cutting a sod to put the fire in, or are there rocks etc that we could set them on? Just to minimise the impact etc?
whats the situation re a fire on sat night? I know we are all bringing firelogs, but will we be cutting a sod to put the fire in, or are there rocks etc that we could set them on? Just to minimise the impact etc?
I think cutting a big sod and keeping it somewhere safe till morning to cover the fire pit with is the handiest option. We are by a river too so rocks could be used but I've seen rocks explode, first hand, due to them being saturated with water and building up pressure inside.
I will consider bringing my folding shovel to do the sod but if weight becomes an issue I'm pretty sure my new knife will do the same job. If it comes to deciding between a bottle of Scotch and a folding shovel I'm pretty sure I know which will win that battle :D
You have to be careful with fire when camping!
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Still a bit of snow lying on the mournes when I was on the way to work this morning! Bring yer thermals! ;D
And a firelog plus perhaps a small snifter to keep out the chill ;DStill a bit of snow lying on the mournes when I was on the way to work this morning! Bring yer thermals! ;D
And a firelog plus perhaps a small snifter to keep out the chill ;D
And a firelog plus perhaps a small snifter to keep out the chill ;DStill a bit of snow lying on the mournes when I was on the way to work this morning! Bring yer thermals! ;D
...And a defibrillator!!! I just did a 45min workout in the Gym at the office and I think I'm gonna keel over :-[ Not sure what state I'm gonna be in by the time I get to camp!
Great way of choosing a location! Hope you all have a great night, and hope to join you all some time in the future when I have more kit and confidence.
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Hey Spud, I don't think your up for this camp now are ya ;D
Hey Spud, I don't think your up for this camp now are ya ;D
Hey Spud, I don't think your up for this camp now are ya ;D
Of course he is,what about you mucker!
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Ahh man I'd love to but I'm working away from home at the mo so I've lots to do when I get home for the weekends, another month and il be back under the stars!
Enjoy yourselves lads :)
Right thats it,i'am bringing the tent :o no way i'am doing my first bivvy in 15 years in the pissing rain,not on your nelly :P
Hey Spud, I don't think your up for this camp now are ya ;D
Of course he is,what about you mucker!
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Ahh man I'd love to but I'm working away from home at the mo so I've lots to do when I get home for the weekends, another month and il be back under the stars!
Enjoy yourselves lads :)
cheers mate! we'll get a camp when ye have more time!
good lad yak,hoping to do some night nav & a wee dander the next day,i'll PM you my mobile number
Gutted to be missing this
Looks glorious out there.
That's it i'am taking up golf ;D,leaking tent,burst mattress,soaking feet,but we had some bloody good crac,pics later ;D
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i managed to loose the dogs reflective coat on the way home, i'm not sure whether i should go back in daylight to find it, or would it be easier at night with a torch ??? probably blown well away by now :(
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i managed to loose the dogs reflective coat on the way home, i'm not sure whether i should go back in daylight to find it, or would it be easier at night with a torch ??? probably blown well away by now :(
Great photos and video MourneMan, they're a great document of a well spent night. Kudos to Big E for trekking up in the dark carrying two logs and wagon wheels for all, much appreciated. Good to see LandyLiam and Molly popping over for a visit, 28 mins from Spelga Dam to our camp, impressive time. RedLeader, Spud and Dowser, you all made me gulder with laughter when the going got tough and were great company round the fire, sharing tips and tricks for bivvying and general camp set-up, cheers :)
DrMonkFish, that's a great photo and we were all impressed when we checked the forum to find a picture already uploaded before we made camp.
Really glad i went and it was a great test for the tent which performed better than i thought it would. I packed heavy for this trip and can now judge better what to take next time, going to work on getting my pack down from a 60L ruck to a 40L ruck and cut excess weight where i can. Roll on the next Bullseye Bivvy.
A 40L? I'll get you down to a 35L for a quick overnighter ;)
A 40L? I'll get you down to a 35L for a quick overnighter ;)
Ah come on guys it'll be a Spar bag next. :o)
A 40L? I'll get you down to a 35L for a quick overnighter
:o i've just upgraded my pack from 70 to 100L (not so i can carry more gear, its actually so i can stuff my wet tent in quickly next morning ;) )
:o i've just upgraded my pack from 70 to 100L (not so i can carry more gear, its actually so i can stuff my wet tent in quickly next morning ;) )
Maybe WhoRya and Rumblebum have it right then.... :) Pack size is always talked about when we go out.
Meelmore Summit camp Nov last year, the 20L is on the back of the handsome guy to the left
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:o i've just upgraded my pack from 70 to 100L (not so i can carry more gear, its actually so i can stuff my wet tent in quickly next morning ;) )
Maybe WhoRya and Rumblebum have it right then.... :) Pack size is always talked about when we go out.
Meelmore Summit camp Nov last year, the 20L is on the back of the handsome guy to the left ;)
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So what's your kitlist for a November summit camp that fits into a 20L rucksack? Must be spartan at best.
Yip, they are seriously hard Doods that shouldn't be messed with ;D:o i've just upgraded my pack from 70 to 100L (not so i can carry more gear, its actually so i can stuff my wet tent in quickly next morning ;) )
Maybe WhoRya and Rumblebum have it right then.... :) Pack size is always talked about when we go out.
Meelmore Summit camp Nov last year, the 20L is on the back of the handsome guy to the left
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You know what they say about guys who feel the need to buy big packs! ;D
Yip, they are seriously hard Doods that shouldn't be messed with ;D:o i've just upgraded my pack from 70 to 100L (not so i can carry more gear, its actually so i can stuff my wet tent in quickly next morning ;) )
Maybe WhoRya and Rumblebum have it right then.... :) Pack size is always talked about when we go out.
Meelmore Summit camp Nov last year, the 20L is on the back of the handsome guy to the left
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You know what they say about guys who feel the need to buy big packs! ;D
Here's a few more pics of the First Bullseye Bivvy:
Haha great pictures, the memories grow a little hazy after a certain point.... ;D that steak was honestly one of the best things I have ever eaten!
I just don't know what it is about the snow and yous lot.
First it was John, now you Dowser?
:o i've just upgraded my pack from 70 to 100L (not so i can carry more gear, its actually so i can stuff my wet tent in quickly next morning ;) )
Maybe WhoRya and Rumblebum have it right then.... :) Pack size is always talked about when we go out.
Meelmore Summit camp Nov last year, the 20L is on the back of the handsome guy to the left ;)
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:o i've just upgraded my pack from 70 to 100L (not so i can carry more gear, its actually so i can stuff my wet tent in quickly next morning ;) )
Maybe WhoRya and Rumblebum have it right then.... :) Pack size is always talked about when we go out.
Meelmore Summit camp Nov last year, the 20L is on the back of the handsome guy to the left ;)
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Whenever I see that 20L rucksack waiting for me at the top, I know it'll be time to slim mine down ;) :D
Any word of this ever getting going again? The last one was one of the best nights I've ever had in the hills!
Any word of this ever getting going again? The last one was one of the best nights I've ever had in the hills!
Sometime in January would suit me better
The 4th or 18th January works for me.
Let me know what you all think and we can select the date that suits everyone best.
Once we have a date we can get the dust blown off the magical Darts of Destiny and find out where we are spending the night :o
Any word of this ever getting going again? The last one was one of the best nights I've ever had in the hills!
Did that dart get thrown yet? ;D
maybe the dart wasn't lost, maybe it just became irretrievable!
maybe the dart wasn't lost, maybe it just became irretrievable!
oh the suspense, and a dart thief to add a little intrigue :o (i'd check whorya's rucksack for the dart, he was looking wobbly on this one, he'd use any excuse to bail out ;D )